Studio and Camcorder Television Production is an up-to-the-minute, start-to-finish course in the skills needed to produce today's TV shows -- and tomorrow's. Through hands-on, team-based activities, you'll learn how to get powerful results from both industrial and consumer-grade video equipment. You'll master the management skills you need to deliver on-time and on-budget--and the artistic skills you need to create exciting productions. Coverage includes studio and on-location techniques; the fundamentals of directing, performing, editing, and scripting; working as part of a production team; and much more. Learn the basics of multimedia and desktop video production; techniques for making the most of both analog and digital equipment; working with lighting, audio, teleprompters, cameras, lenses, mixers, switchers, VCRs, camcorders, graphics generators, and much more. This friendly, easy-to-understand text reflects extraordinary teaching expertise and. a broad understanding of the video skills that are most in demand. No matter what kind of video you intend to produce--industrial, commercial, or desktop--get your jumpstart with Studio and Camcorder Television Production.
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Preface
Studio and Camcorder Television Production is designed to teach the fundamentals of how to: Operate studio and portable television equipment. Apply aesthetic principles to create effective and appealing imagery and sound. Plan, script, and organize a TV production. Function as a valuable TV production team member. Lead others as you direct the production of a TV program.
In the process, you'll get to play with some neat toys (the secret reason why most people are attracted to this field).
Who Should read this book:
This book is designed specifically for students taking their first courses in TV production, either on a college or high school level.
It assumes that students will have access to a TV studio and some portable TV equipment on which to hone their skills.
Kinds of TV production:
There is broadcast TV production, performed by the networks in big studios with big budgets and lots of staff.
At the other end of the spectrum, there are independent videographers, individuals using $10,000 worth of equipment, who make their living shooting weddings, cable TV ads, and other events. In between, there are industrial video production shops with a staff of maybe four, using $300,000 worth of equipment and running a small studio. Most colleges are equipped this way. As different as these three categories may seem, they share the same fundamentals. Creative approach, attention to preproduction planning, attractive camera angles, clear, crisp sound, and mastery of the technical devices are the foundation of all three kinds of enterprises.
This book attempts to cover all three areas, but it mostly focuses on the middle industrial area for these reasons: That area has the kind of equipment and setting most schools have to offer their students. That area offers most of the job opportunities. Still, since we're dealing with fundamentals, anything you learn can be applied directly to all situations, from desktop video destined for the Internet up to commercial network broadcasting.
Approach
A course in TV production generally works this way: The class stampedes into the TV studio, and each member is assigned a duty as the class produces a simple TV show. Afterward, everyone rotates duties and another TV show is undertaken. And so it goes until everyone has tried everything. The tapes are then played back to demonstrate that:
Studio and Camcorder Television Production is designed to teach the fundamentals of how to: Operate studio and portable television equipment. Apply aesthetic principles to create effective and appealing imagery and sound. Plan, script, and organize a TV production. Function as a valuable TV production team member. Lead others as you direct the production of a TV program.
In the process, you'll get to play with some neat toys (the secret reason why most people are attracted to this field).
Who Should read this book:
This book is designed specifically for students taking their first courses in TV production, either on a college or high school level.
It assumes that students will have access to a TV studio and some portable TV equipment on which to hone their skills.
Kinds of TV production:
There is broadcast TV production, performed by the networks in big studios with big budgets and lots of staff.
At the other end of the spectrum, there are independent videographers, individuals using $10,000 worth of equipment, who make their living shooting weddings, cable TV ads, and other events. In between, there are industrial video production shops with a staff of maybe four, using $300,000 worth of equipment and running a small studio. Most colleges are equipped this way. As different as these three categories may seem, they share the same fundamentals. Creative approach, attention to preproduction planning, attractive camera angles, clear, crisp sound, and mastery of the technical devices are the foundation of all three kinds of enterprises.
This book attempts to cover all three areas, but it mostly focuses on the middle industrial area for these reasons: That area has the kind of equipment and setting most schools have to offer their students. That area offers most of the job opportunities. Still, since we're dealing with fundamentals, anything you learn can be applied directly to all situations, from desktop video destined for the Internet up to commercial network broadcasting.
Approach
A course in TV production generally works this way: The class stampedes into the TV studio, and each member is assigned a duty as the class produces a simple TV show. Afterward, everyone rotates duties and another TV show is undertaken. And so it goes until everyone has tried everything. The tapes are then played back to demonstrate that:
TV production is a complex and difficult endeavor.
Everyone starts out being dreadful at it.
Laughter and camaraderie are an inevitable and essential by-product of TV production. As the course progresses, each device and technique is studied in more detail. The shows get better. More complex shows are attempted. Additional skills such as field production and scripting are introduced.
Eventually, each student is given his/her own show to produce, using the other students as the crew.
This book aims to prepare the reader for this moment of truth, when creativity, planning, organization, teamwork, leadership, and technical skill all come together to spawn an engaging, well-produced show.
How this book will help you learn:
The author is an educator first and a TV producer second. I'll be using every trick in the book to help you remember what you've learned.
Some tricks:
We start simply and build slowly. You exult in the triumph of simple successes before you dive headlong into the complexities and nuances of a subject. You need no previous knowledge of TV to understand this book. You don't need to be mechanically inclined. You need only a moderate reading level (I won't snow you with long words).
As you progress through a chapter, mini reviews of the key points will help you remember what's most important.
Technical words that are commonly used in the profession and should be learned will appear in small capitals so that they'll stand out.
Small, manageable groups of technical words to be learned will appear amid chapters, near where they are used. Some words are more important than others. Those of crucial importance that should especially be learned will be preceded by an asterisk (*) in these mini glossaries.
In case you need to look up something, the index is very complete. The bold page numbers there will direct you to the mini glossaries, should you need to look up the meaning of a word.
I use a lighthearted approach. Just when I think you're falling asleep, I'll crack a joke (or at least I'll think it's funny). There's no reason why video must be serious. Additional features of this book:
Home video is included. Nearly all educational and industrial TV producers (and many broadcasters) are using VHS and 8mm VCRs for some program distribution. Because it's so popular, it is important to know how to set up and use home video gear.
Studio and portable TV are both covered. Some TV production occurs with crews, lights, several cameras, and control rooms, and in studios having everything including kitchen sinks. ENG (electronic news gathering), EFP (electronic field production), and other portable video operations are performed on the run. The well-rounded TV person needs to know both styles.
TEACHER'S MANUAL AVAILABLE
Instructors are invited to contact Prentice Hall to get a copy of the teacher's manual containing course outlines, lab setups, and study questions and answers.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Dr. Peter Utz received his bachelor's degree in physics and his doctorate in instructional technology from the University of Massachusetts. He has produced and directed more than 500 instructional TV productions for the City University of New York. He has also published Video User's Handbook, an industrial TV reference guide; Today's Video, a comprehensive survival guide covering all aspects of TV equipment setup and production (recommended for those who intend to make TV production or audiovisual supervision their careers); Manual Moderno de Equipos de Video, the Spanish version of Today's Video; The Complete Home Video Book, a comprehensive handbook on the setup and operation of home video equipment; Do-It-Yourself Video, A Beginner's Guide to Home Video; Create Excellent Video; and Making Great Video, handbooks for camcorder enthusiasts; and Making Great Audio, a manual for recording and reproducing sound. He has published over 250 articles in media and television journals, such as AV Video and Camcorder magazines. After supervising the Instructional Media Department at the County College of Morris in Randolph, New Jersey, for 17 years, he has moved into private consulting.
From the Back Cover
Up-to-date, friendly and practical
All you need to know to produce TV shows-in and out of the studio!
Studio and Camcorder Television Production is an up-to-the-minute, start-to-finish course in the skills needed to produce today's TV shows-and tomorrow's.
* A comprehensive, up-to-the-minute course in TV production
* Covers both professional and consumer video equipment
* Step-by-step, "how-to" coverage of the newest techniques
* Digital video, multimedia, HDTV, and more!
Through hands-on, team-based activities, you'll learn how to get powerful results from both industrial and consumer-grade video equipment. You'll master the management skills you need to deliver on-time and on-budget-and the artistic skills you need to create exciting productions. Coverage includes:
* Studio and on-location techniques
* The fundamentals of directing, performing, editing, and scripting
* Working as part of a production team
* Multimedia and desktop video production
* Both analog and digital equipment and methods
* Lighting and audio: equipment and techniques-in-depth
This friendly, easy-to-understand text reflects extraordinary teaching expertise and a broad understanding of today's video skills-and tomorrow's. You'll master teleprompters, cameras, lenses, mounting equipment, and camera angles; microphones, mixers, and digital audio; switchers and special effects; VCRs and camcorders, TV graphics, and much more. There's a full chapter previewing the latest high-definition TV systems-and how they'll impact video production.
No matter what kind of video you want to produce-industrial, commercial, or desktop-get your jumpstart with Studio and Camcorder Television Production.
Instructors: Contact Prentice Hall for a comprehensive instructor's manual, containing course outlines, lab setups, study questions and answers.
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